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Summit DW186NT

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Summary

The Summit DW186NT is a standard that uses 234 kWh per year, costing approximately $37.44annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $374.40 in energy costs alone. It is ENERGY STAR certified, meeting the program's energy efficiency requirements.

Ranked #259 out of 707 dishwashers by annual running cost, it costs $0.44 more per year than the category average of $37. At 17.6" wide, it is a standard size for its category.

$37.44
per year to run
50
efficiency score /100
$374.40
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Dishwashers

Ranked #259 out of 707 in the dishwashers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$37.44 vs avg $37
$0.44/yr more expensive
Energy Use
234 kWh vs avg 231
3 kWh more
Efficiency Score
50 vs avg 50
Below average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use234 kWh/year
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$37.44
Monthly Cost (estimated)$3.12
Width17.6"
BrandSummit
TypeStandard

Running Cost Breakdown

Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):

Monthly
$3.12
1 Year
$37.44
5 Years
$187.20
10 Years
$374.40

Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.

What This Means for You

The Summit DW186NT costs more to run than the average dishwasher. At $37.44/year, you'll pay approximately $4.40 more over 10 years compared to a typical model. Consider whether its other features justify the higher operating cost.

Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a dishwasher. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.

Energy cost estimated at $0.16/kWh (US national average). Your actual cost depends on your local electricity rate and usage patterns. Data from ENERGY STAR certified product database.